Key Facts
• The 109th Ashikaga Fireworks Festival took place on August 2, 2025.
• Held at the Watarase Riverbank in Ashikaga City, Tochigi Prefecture.
• Approximately 500,000 attendees were reported by organizers.
• Featured a Disney-themed drone show, “Magic in the Air,” by Oriental Land.
• 1,500 drones depicted Mickey Mouse and other Disney characters in the night sky.
• The drone show was followed by a one-hour fireworks display.
• Around 20,000 fireworks, including star mines and large shells, lit up the sky.
• Fireworks were crafted by pyrotechnicians from within and outside the prefecture.
• Children from Nagano Prefecture expressed excitement over seeing Disney characters like Anna and Ariel.
• The event was organized by the Ashikaga Chamber of Commerce and local committees.
Summary
The 109th Ashikaga Fireworks Festival, held on August 2, 2025, in Tochigi Prefecture, captivated approximately 500,000 attendees with a spectacular combination of a Disney-themed drone show and a dazzling fireworks display. The event began with “Magic in the Air,” a special drone performance by Oriental Land, featuring 1,500 drones forming images of beloved Disney characters like Mickey Mouse. This was followed by a one-hour fireworks show, showcasing 20,000 fireworks, including star mines and large shells, crafted by pyrotechnicians from across the region. Families, including children from Nagano Prefecture, expressed joy at seeing Disney characters in the night sky. Organized by the Ashikaga Chamber of Commerce and local committees, the festival successfully blended modern technology with traditional fireworks, creating an unforgettable summer evening.
